At Grid-Link, we’re all about making the energy transition actually happen, not just talking about it.

We’re a specialist engineering consultancy that specialises in delivering comprehensive solutions for integrating energy assets into the grid. Our sweet spot is combining deep technical expertise in power systems, modelling and compliance with real, hands-on experience in Design, Grid Connection, HV testing, commissioning, and project delivery.

In short, we help get energy projects connected, energised, and moving faster and with less risk.

Our goal is simple: enable a more sustainable, carbon-free energy future.

We're looking for a Senior SCADA Engineer to support clients across every phase of their projects, from concept design through to commissioning and ongoing operations.

About the opportunity

This is a hands-on senior role with real breadth. You'll be involved in concept and detailed design, technical reviews, project delivery, PLC and RTU programming, commissioning support, and everything in between. You'll work across a diverse mix of projects in the renewable energy and power sector, engaging directly with clients and delivery teams throughout.

Based in Melbourne with travel to site, client offices, and industry conferences as required.

What you'll be doing

• Prepare SCADA functional design specifications, configuration, and interface requirements

• Review and develop technical specifications, bill of materials, and design documentation for compliance with relevant standards

• Lead safety in design and constructability reviews

• Lead SCADA delivery projects end-to-end, including tendering and procurement support

• Carry out PLC and RTU programming, communications design, SCADA configuration, database management, and integration activities

• Provide technical guidance to delivery teams during construction

• Support commissioning and compliance activities

• Manage SCADA and controls activities to meet project timelines and budgets

What you'll bring

Essential:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent

• 5+ years of experience in the design and implementation of SCADA and control systems for HV electrical installations

• Strong knowledge of HV energy networks, power transmission and distribution systems, and protection and control systems in substations

• Proven technical capability in PLC and RTU programming and SCADA software configuration

• Experience with industrial protocols including DNP3, Modbus, and TCP equivalents

• Strong knowledge of technical documentation for SCADA, network, process control, and data exchange installations

• Understanding of relevant Australian codes, regulations, and standards for renewable energy projects

• Registration with Engineers Australia, plus RPEV and RPEQ (or eligibility to obtain)

• Strong technical report writing and presentation skills

Why Grid-Link?

You’ll work with people who really know their stuff and are happy to share it

• Projects are genuinely interesting, not cookie-cutter

• You’ll get exposure across the full project lifecycle, not just one slice

• A culture that values balance, not burnout

• Support for Engineers Australia membership

• Health and social initiatives

• Melbourne CBD office

• Competitive salary

If you enjoy solving real engineering problems, want to work on projects that actually matter, and like the idea of being involved from early design through to energisation, this is a pretty good place to do it.